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Getting unbiased advice is not an easy task. Often people people asking for advice have a preconceived idea of what they want to hear, and if the advice received does not conform to that, they will reject is. This is obviously not the right way to go about. So that you do not fall into this trap, it is a good thing to make sure that you have a good written outline of the items your are looking for advice on and your own thoughts about it. Asking the right questions is the key! So prepare them before you seek advice.

You should also remember that getting advice and using it, is an iterative process. As you go along and learn more about the issues, new questions might arise that need to be tackled. Keep it organized and in order and latter when sifting through the advice you received, make a priority list and only, after that, start to act on it!

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Jobseekersadvice

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Career Advice USA, UK English Comprehensive career guidance advice center for the USA and the UK
Internet Career Site

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Career Advice and lots of links to Job Sites; USA, English Comprehensive career guidance resource center: extensive career advice; career-related searchable databases, career guidance professionals, company profiles, recruiters and a Career Bookstore
Has some useful articles and information
Compustaff

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Career Advice and links to Job Sites; USA Gives advice for IT Personnel
Montgomery Works

Free Information
Career Advice and lots of links to Job Sites; USA, English, Spanish Jobseekers and employers can find information on partners, the services offered through the one-stop, training and workshops, career links and other useful resources.
A comprehensive resource site, well worth a visit. One of the few bilingual sites!
Occupational Outlook Quarterly

Free Information
Government Site with Information on Labor Demand, Statistics, Job Information etc. USA, English Publication for career guidance professionals, job seekers, and students. Includes employment projections from Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Useful as far as it goes.
The Peoplelink

Free Information
Recruiter but has a good Newsletter section and lots of links to Job Sites; USA, California English, This is a professional recruiter specializing in office positions in the greater Los Angeles area. The newsletter is for employers and employees with advice on jobs, careers and recruitment
The Newsletter deals with topics of general interest to jobseekers and employers
Preferred Jobs - Career Guide

Free Information
Recruiter but has a good Newsletter USA, English, Monthly Career Advice Newsletter from Preferred Jobs. Resume and employment advice for job seekers looking for tips on getting that dream job. Updated monthly with informative articles.
Good Advice on how to use fax resumes and lots of other tips. Worth to read!
The Princeton Review

Free Information
Career Advice Site. USA, English Brush up your résumé. Handling telephone interviews. Writing a knockout cover letter. Organizing your job search.
Although this is mainly for new university educated job entrants, most of the advice is just as valid for the seasoned job seekers


Web Site Type of Site, Location, Language Description and Comments
Ask the Headhunter

Free, but has books for sales
Career Advice Site from the point of view of the recruiter, USA, English, Column written by a headhunter with advice for job seekers, career changes and potential headhunters.
The advice is diverse and challenges some long cherished views and notions about hunting for a job!
Careerbookmarks

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Canadian Career advice site created by the Toronto Library System, English This is more than a list of Web sites and books. Information has been organized according to the career planning and job search process and users are encouraged to develop their own 'filebox' or customized list of resources.
Excellent information and well organized; just as valid in the USA as in Canada
Career Concepts and Associates

Pay site

5100 N. Brookline   
Suite 1050  
Oklahoma City, OK 73112  
Ph: 405.947.3404  
This is a Job Site offering services for Outplacement, career counseling, assessment etc. Some info
USA, English
A career management consulting firm providing career counseling and testing, executive search, professional resume writing and relocation assistance. Administration and interpretation of career, vocational, and personality assessments and the interpretation that ensures better career and personal choices.
Some resources but mainly a human resource service site wanting to sell its solutions.
Career Consulting Corner

Free Information but many products to Purchase
A Job Site with lots of products (books, video, essays, on-line links) USA, English Provides career assessments, interviewing tips, resume writing and procedures, cover letter examples, job search information,career products, articles, job bank and resume bank
A good mix of free information and products for which you pay
Career Currents

Free Information
A Canadian Career Site but with information specific to the USA. English Information for new and seasoned careers including Canadian and USA salary surveys, educational programs and lots more. Offers daily career news and various career resources, including free e-zines
Problem with this site is where does the Free information end and where does it become promotional. But some good information, if you find it! The e-zine is worth it though!
Careerwish

Free Information
Career Advice Site with lots of good information;
USA, English
Find career related information and stories about career professionals. Read articles on resumes, cover letters, and careers.
The article The Truth about Recruiters and how they can or cannot help your career, alone is worth a visit to this site!
ERISS
12127 Kirkham Road
Poway, CA (San Diego County) USA 92064
1-800-491-3747
info@eriss.com

Some Free Information - Otherwise Products to purchase
Not strictly Career Advice, but lots of surveys and other industry information, useful when you look for a job or employees An information solutions provider specializing in workforce issues and employer relations

Good and useful surveys
International Career Development Library

Free Information
Career Advice Site with lots of good information; USA, English Part of the University of North Carolina, USA at Greensboro
A free, online collection of full-text resources for counselors, educators, workforce development personnel, and others providing career development services.

Excellent information and well structured

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Web Site Type of Site, Location, Language Description and Comments
Career Resource Center

Free Information
Hands-on Career Advice, USA, English, A career site dedicated to providing visitors with useful information from all industries during their career search.
Some good advice about Career Choices
The Riley Guide

Free Information
Career Advice and lots of links to Job Sites; USA, English One of the first Internet career guides. Sections run the gamut of career issues from self assessment through salary information
Has useful articles and information
SeekingSucess

Free Information
Career Advice and lots of links to Job Sites; USA, English Resume generator, career tools and articles to help find and get the right job. Industry research and association links. Professional writing and reference checking services offered.
A lot of good information on Careers, resume writing, how to start job searches etc!
Working Women

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Career Advice for women; USA, English, Redefines the way business is conducted by centralizing best-of-class tools, applications, knowledge, and industry connections, enabling businesswomen to succeed in their careers and business endeavors.
A comprehensive and excellent site for working women. The best on the web!
WorkplaceMoxie.com

Free preliminary Information
Start your own Business Site etc. USA, English Information, ideas, resources and secrets to better your professional and personal skills
Has some general workplace information, but is mainly directed towards starting your own business (with their help, naturally!).

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